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He told the court the 31-year-old defendant had seven previous convictions for eight offences.

“One for assault, Public Order Act matters and others that are clearly, you can see, the result certainly of drinking to excess and alcohol has been a significant issue through much of your life," he said.

Quinn had already served a “significant” time in jail in the lead up to proceedings added Judge Fraser.

Quinn had been in prison since September last year while waiting for the case to come to court.

Guildford Crown Court (Image: Steve Porter)

Judge Fraser sentenced him to eight months for the assault, and an additional 14 days for a charge of failing to appear at court, with both sentences suspended for 12 months.

Quinn was also given a 20-day rehabilitation activity requirement.

“What I don’t want to do is have you released without any support,” the Judge told him.

“You have made good progress while in custody and what is important is that you don’t slip back because nobody wants to see that happen.”

A charge of burglary was discontinued and the prosecution also offered no evidence on two additional charges, of coercive behaviour and damaging property, which will remain on file.

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